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Finance & Administration Coordinator plays a central role in supporting the smooth running of Lewisham Youth Theatre. This integral role spans operations, communication, finance and recruitment, giving you direct impact on how we deliver inspiring programmes for young people.
THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION CAN BE FOUND IN THE JOB PACK ON OUR WEBSITE.
Essential: Experience in administration for participatory, creative, or youth programmes, with an interest in supporting young people's social and emotional development through the arts. Strong stakeholder communication and office management skills, including excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal abilities. Experience in financial administration, including PAYE and payroll. Strong digital and administrative skills, able to quickly learn new tools and manage online platforms effectively. Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage workload and meet targets. Desirable: Using similar accountancy software to Xero Marketing across online, email and print channels. Experience with writing or collating evidence for fundraising bids and reports Experience working with young people and/or in arts related environments. Ability to thrive in a busy, multi-faceted environment.
Responsibilities are spread across organisational operations, communication, finance and recruitment, providing the post-holder with direct impact on LYT's project delivery for young people aged 8-25. The Programmes Administrator is responsible for: Communications: Coordinating and delivering effective communications with young people, parents/carers, freelancers, volunteers and the wider public. Project Administration: Coordinating registration, monitoring and evaluation systems, reporting, HR administration and box office operations. Financial administration: Leading on bookkeeping and payroll processing. Operational coordination: Managing office supplies and Health and Safety compliance within the building. Volunteer Management: Recruiting, allocating and supporting volunteers across programmes.
Please complete our application form.
You can answer the application questions in a number of ways.
Please pick the one that lets you to put your best foot forward.
• Video/audio application
• Written application (Google Form)
In addition to the questions, the application form will instruct you to submit:
● A CV
● An Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 1st April 2026, 5pm.
We will interview candidates on a rolling basis, and may appoint before the closing date. Please apply as soon as possible.